Vikas Barala's Controversial Appointment Withdrawn Amid Stalking Allegations

Vikas Barala, son of BJP MP Subhash Barala, was removed from his provisional post as a law officer in the Haryana advocate general's office, official sources disclosed Monday, citing his failure to assume the role.

An accused in a 2017 stalking incident, Vikas was appointed as an assistant advocate general to represent Haryana's interests but did not join the position. His absence prompted officials to drop his name from the roster of recruits.

The appointment drew criticism from the victim of the stalking case, Varnika Kundu, which led to public discourse on political appointments and the ethical standards governing such decisions.

(With inputs from agencies.)